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    Surfing, skateboarding, three others close to being approved for Tokyo 2020 Olympic calendar

    Jul 29, 2016
    Surfing is one of five new sports that could get approval as an Olympic sport in time for Tokyo 2020. AP

    TOKYO — Five sports, including surfing and skateboarding, moved a step closer to being included in the Tokyo 2020 Games after being described as "a dynamic and exciting" package by the IOC.

    Skateboarding, surfing, karate, sports climbing and baseball/softball were all recommended for inclusion by the IOC. An Olympic program commission report released on Friday said the five are a blend of the traditional and emerging, youth-focused events, and all have international and local appeal.

    The IOC will make the final decision on the five sports in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 3, two days before the opening ceremony of the 2016 Games.

    In assessing the case for inclusion, the commission considered gender equality, youth appeal and their legacy value.

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    Surfing is one of five new sports that could get approval as an Olympic sport in time for Tokyo 2020. AP
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